by Chris Hansen, DPT, CSCS | Oct 12, 2015 | FPTC Blog
A motor unit consists of one motor neuron and all of the muscle fibers that it innervates. The motor neuron extends from the central nervous system and branches to form synapses with a number of muscle fibers after the nerve axon enters the muscle. A single motor...
by Chris Hansen, DPT, CSCS | Oct 12, 2015 | FPTC Blog
Lunges are a good exercise to improve the leg and trunk strength, flexibility, and balance. Lunges are easy to do and require no equipment which makes them a great exercise for warming up prior to an athletic activity or as an exercise in your workout/training...
by Chris Hansen, DPT, CSCS | Oct 12, 2015 | FPTC Blog
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by Chris Hansen, DPT, CSCS | Oct 12, 2015 | FPTC Blog
Squats are the king of exercises. Squats are one of the most functional and athletic movements we perform. Unfortunately, many people squat poorly and demonstrate a limited, asymmetrical, and uncontrolled squatting motion. There are a number of different areas in...
by Chris Hansen, DPT, CSCS | Oct 12, 2015 | FPTC Blog
The thoracic spine is an area that is commonly affected by mobility limitations. This is due to poor posture, poor strength of the muscles of the back, or other conditions such as arthritis. Mobility limitations of the thoracic spine can lead to dysfunctional...
